HOW TO NOMINATE A PROJECTFill out a nomination form and submit it with high-quality photos and attach a description on the project. All of these components are critical as the winning entries will be featured in print and online media. All nominations must be submitted to the NWCB office in Seattle by Friday, December 14, 2018. The awards will be presented on April 4, 2019, at the Green Valley Ranch and Resort in Henderson, Nevada.

The projects nominated must have been completed in the past two years. Projects that have been previously nominated but not selected for an Outstanding Project of the Year Award by NWCB may be resubmitted. You must choose only one category for each project you are nominating. The wall and ceiling subcontractor on the job must be a member of the NWCB. Anyone can nominate a project. Nomination forms will be available soon on our website.

The purpose of this award program is to showcase the great work of the wall and ceiling industry and to recognize the individuals and companies for their contributions to excellence in construction. Start planning your nominations now to get recognized for your role in producing outstanding wall and ceiling projects!

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2018 Outstanding Project of the Year Awards. The awards will be given out on May 3, 2018, at the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Industries Annual Convention and Trade Show in Tucson, Arizona.

The projects will be judged on design, job site innovation and/or conditions, quality of workmanship, use of materials and overall effect. The winning projects have an opportunity to be showcased in the media, including local newspapers and industry publications.

An award may be given in each category in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.

HOW TO NOMINATE A PROJECTFill out the nomination form, enclosing the required photographs and project highlights (see Rules for details), and send your entry to the appropriate location. A project can only be nominated for one category.​ Anyone can make a nomination.

All nominations must be received by Friday, January 26, 2018.

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Congratulations to NWCB members Fred Shearer & Sons, Inc., and Western Partitions, Inc., for making the Walls & Ceilings magazine’s Top 50 Contractors list in 2017. The annual list recognizes the leading companies in the wall and ceiling industry. Companies that make the list display a forward-looking business model that embraces new technologies and products along with competitive employment opportunities and a commitment to safety.​Western Partitions, Inc., was also honored with the cover page photograph of the Top 50 Contractor issue and was highlighted in a feature story titled “Fast Times in the Pacific Northwest.” In the article, WPI President Victor Roach discusses the origins of his family’s business and the challenges of working in a red-hot market.

The 2017 Northwest Wall and Ceiling Industries convention will be held at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, in beautiful Coeur d’Alene Idaho, about 45 minutes east of Spokane. Mark your calendar now and plan to attend this event May 4-6. Coeur d’Alene has been a big draw, and our largest conventions have been held there. Since our last event, the resort has been completely remodeled and a large lakeside event center has been built at the golf course.

Situated in downtown Coeur d’Alene, the resort features several restaurants and shops, ranging from fine to casual dining, with many more options for dining and shopping just steps from the resort. A short drive or a fun boat ride away is the world-renowned golf course with its signature floating green. A world-class spa stands by ready to pamper the guests with signature treatments featuring the elements of nature. Walking, hiking, biking and boating are only a few of your options for outdoor activities.

We are excited to be at a venue that is very accessible for many of our members. It is a scenic drive over the Cascades or a quick flight to Spokane and a shuttle ride to the resort’s front door. As always, the convention is family friendly, and spouses and children are welcome at all the events.

If you would like to pay for your convention fees on the 2016 books, now is a great time to register, book your guestroom, reserve your exhibit booth and sign up as a sponsor. Please take a look at the 2017 Convention information to find out more about the great event we are planning for you in Coeur d'Alene!

Guestroom reservations are now available at the Coeur d'Alene Resort for the May 4-6 event. Call the resort at (800) 688-5253 or make your reservations online.

The NWCB Board of Directors has called for a Special Membership Meeting for the sole purpose of voting on the acceptance of the proposed Second Amended Bylaws. This meeting is called per Article II of the current Bylaws dated October 5th, 2010. As described in Article II, no other business may be transacted at this meeting. The meeting is set for 10:00 am on Friday, December 2, 2016, the headquarters of the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau located at 2825 Eastlake Ave East, Suite 350, Seattle, WA 98102. As stated in the Bylaws, each NWCB member company is entitled to one vote, in person, by a designated company representative. Members can also participate in person at a remote location set up at 9450 SW Commerce Cir # 200, Wilsonville, OR 97070.

HOW TO NOMINATE A PROJECT (ANYONE CAN MAKE A NOMINATION)Fill out the nomination form, enclosing the required photographs and project highlights (see Rules for details).

The nominations deadline is Friday, January 29. The entries need to be complete with a filled-out nominations form, high-quality photos and attached description on the project. All of these components are critical as the winning entries will be featured in print and online media. The awards will be presented on April 28, 2016, at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort in California.

3. Project must be complete, with the exception of the Light-Gauge Steel-Framing category, which requires that the steel-framing scope of work is complete. Projects completed in the past two years can be submitted or resubmitted if they have not previously been given this award.

4. Anyone can nominate any number of projects—wall and ceiling contractor must be a member of NWCB.

5. The winning contractor team must be present at the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Industries Annual Convention at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 28, 2016, to accept the award.

6. Submit high-quality, high-resolution images of the project on disc. Photos taken during construction are optional for all projects except those in the Light-Gauge Steel- Framing category, for which they are required. The quality of the photos is an important part of the overall submission, and the use of a professional photographer is suggested for maximum photo quality. Submission of materials grants permission for unrestricted promotional use by NWCB of all photographs and information. This includes, but is not limited to, awards program publicity and publication in association, industry and other publications.

7. The nomination form must be filled out completely for each individual project.

8. You must attach a separate document with information on the project.

9. Project awards will be given for projects in Washington, Oregon and Alaska and awarded for the location of the project, not the office location of the company receiving the award.

The projects nominated must have been completed in the past two years. Projects that have been previously nominated but not selected for an Outstanding Project of the Year Award by NWCB may be resubmitted. The wall and ceiling subcontractor on the job must be a member of NWCB. Anyone can nominate a project.

The purpose of this award program is to showcase the great work of the wall and ceiling industry and to recognize the individuals and companies for their contributions to excellence in construction.

Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau (NWCB) is seeking to add an Architectural Consultant to its staff in early 2016.

Job Description:

Provide contractor members technical support.

Give informational presentations to architects, general contractors, wall and ceiling contractors, owners, and building officials.

Promote the use of quality products and systems.

Assist architects and designers with specifications and detailing.

Stay current with code changes and help establish required industry standards.

Assist local code officials with issues affecting the wall and ceiling industry.

Answer technical questions related to the wall and ceiling industry.

Make field and site inspections as required for members.

Update existing and create technical documents.

Write articles for industry publications in order to increase the quality of construction and assist the industry.

Be a professional representative of the wall and ceiling industry.

Some travel is required.

​Compensation:Salary, 401k, vacation and health insurance.

Qualifications:A strong knowledge of commercial building construction, specifically the wall and ceiling industry. Solid writing, public speaking and communication skills are important. Experience working with contractors, architects, manufacturers, distributors and inspectors is a plus.

The NWCB is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please send a cover letter and resume to mark@nwcb.org. All inquiries and submissions will be confidential.

The panel of judges met today to select the winners of the 2015 Outstanding Project of the Year Awards. The notification of the winning contractors has already began. All winners will be notified by early next week so that arrangements can be made to appear in the awards ceremony in Rancho Mirage, California, on April 16.

We are pleased to welcome you to our new association website! This new, easy-to-navigate site is fully connected to our new association management system and provides members convenient access to the latest information, registration for NWCB events and membership transactions.

Since we are now on a completely new platform, all members will need to select a password. Passwords from the old website do not work. All members have been sent a link to that takes them directly to the member home page, already be logged in, ready to select a password. If you are a member and haven't received your link, contact us.